Fulham appear to be lining up a replacement in Salcido, 30, who impressed at the World Cup finals and currently represents Dutch club PSV Eindhoven. He has recently been linked with a move to Liverpool.

While Hughes is "hopeful" of signing Salcido, he would not confirm that Konchesky is heading out of Craven Cottage.

"We have made enquiries," Hughes said. "He is a player I am interested in and we are hopeful it might be
concluded.

"We are looking to have quality in all positions. Left back is a position we are a little light in. It is not a foregone conclusion that Paul Konchesky goes because we are looking to bring someone else in."